Nimaan naftiisa ogayn, Eebbe ma yaqaan
NEnglish Translation
He who doesn't know his soul doesn't know his Lord
Context & Meaning
Self-knowledge leads to spiritual knowledge — introspection is faith
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Naago iyo riyaba diifta ayey isku eryoodaan
Women and goats chase each other out of hunger
Women and goats chase each other out of hunger
Nacaboow, nin kaa daran baa jira
O enemy, someone stronger than you exists
O enemy, someone stronger than you exists
Nacab waa la dilaa, nacayb lama dilo
You can kill an enemy, but not hatred
You can kill an enemy, but not hatred
Nin abaal gala, wax badan baa la arkaa; ninse guda, wax yar baa la arkaa
Many repay favors; few return them
Many repay favors; few return them
Nimaan Ilaahay ka baqayn, nin ha baqo
He who doesn't fear God won't fear man
He who doesn't fear God won't fear man
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Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.